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- December 31st, 2009
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Here\'s to a Safe New Year
As a Mom, I really don't like New Year's Eve. My three oldest are now 27, 24 and 21. We don't have to worry about the underage drinking thing any more, but there are still plenty of hazards.So toni…
- December 26th, 2009
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Just Walkin\' in a Winter Wonderland
I am participating in Six Word Saturday, hosted by Cate at Show My Face.
- December 19th, 2009
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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
We used to love to read this charming story to our boys. But these days, I have my own version.It is called If You Buy a New TV. Here is how it goes...If you buy a new tv to replace the old floor mode…
- December 13th, 2009
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Here pfishy, pfishy
Sorry I've been away for so long! I have had many misadventures in the last week or so, but I came THIS CLOSE to being a victim of pfishing. That is a scam where you are contacted, by e-mail or phone…
- December 1st, 2009
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HAPPY 20th ANNIVERSARY
To the best Christmas movie ever!All week, AMC is having back-to-back showings of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, to celebrate the movie's 20th anniversary. You should watch it at least once o…
- November 30th, 2009
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Do I Make You Proud?
This sweet video comes from my friend Kristi, who raises Leader Dog puppies for the blind.Grab a Kleenex and enjoy!
- November 27th, 2009
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Woodson More Than A Football Player
I am participating in Six Word Saturday, hosted by Cate at Show My Face.If you read this blog, even a little bit, you know I'm a Packer Backer. And a Brett Favre fan.Even when Brett is wearing purple…
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Black Friday
Look familiar?I've only done this once. Went to Target at 4 in the morning, years ago, and cannot even remember what I was hunting for. I do remember that whatever it was, I did NOT get it. And made…
- November 19th, 2009
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Crock Pot Stuffing
At Thanksgiving, when oven space is at a premium, I like to make my stuffing in the crock pot.Another benefit of not preparing the stuffing in the bird is not having to worry about the internal tempe…
- November 13th, 2009
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The Boys & Their Boards/version 2
When I checked in this morning, I had three comments. Two were lovely comments from good followers who comment frequently. One was not. Turns out, it was spam. Porn spam.If any of my readers opened…
- November 10th, 2009
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Grammar Police
No, I'm not a teacher. Just an everyday user of the English language. And a bit of a detail freak.Some would say a perfectionist. Others, worse.So when I heard a local radio personality pushing a trip…
- November 6th, 2009
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Dry Spell
Ok, it's November 6th and my last post was pre-Halloween! I'd call that a major dry spell.How to get over a dry spell...hmmmm..........Think I'll have a beer first,and then make some lists or somethin…
- October 31st, 2009
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The Meaning of Halloween
At our house, Halloween is known as the day when children dress up in wonderful costumes and go out with one purpose...TO GET CHOCOLATE FOR THEIR MOTHER! (They keep all the Nerds, Sour stuff, suckers,…
- October 27th, 2009
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Welcoming Brett
The city of Green Bay is trying to come up with some unique ideas to welcome Brett Favre back to town on Sunday. What do you do for a guy who has a street named after him? There is talk of trying to s…
- October 24th, 2009
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Looking at Ghosts of Halloweens Past
I am participating in Six Word Saturday, hosted by Cate at Show My Face.
- October 22nd, 2009
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What Can Possibly Compete With That?
Our friends, Joe and Elizabeth are having their annual Halloween party. It has been the event for years. They rent the Boathouse, which is a lovely old building on the lake, with a great view of the w…
- October 20th, 2009
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Rembrandt Tulips
Have you ever seen anything as gorgeous as these Rembrandt tulips? They are my very favorite! Love how the two colors swirl and blend together.My last post was about planting bulbs, and I'm happy to s…
- October 18th, 2009
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Delayed Gratification!
Somewhere along the line, I remember learning that delayed gratification was a good thing.But I've always been a more immediate gratification kind of girl. There are lots of examples...why wait to get…
- October 14th, 2009
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October is...
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH St. Elizabeth's hospital, in Appleton, Wisconsin has Walk-In Wednesdays. Mammograms are done on Wednesdays, no appointment needed.Last Wednesday, that is just what I did.…
- October 7th, 2009
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Another Car, Another Name
I think naming cars is silly. Would never set out to find the right name for a car, like it is some newborn child or something. Frivolous. Ridiculous. But sometimes, you just can't help it.Like the w…
- October 5th, 2009
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Real Men Wear Pink
Here, in the Shadow of Lambeau Field, there is a mighty big battle brewing tonight! But the NFL and the players are acknowledging, all month long, the battle so many women and their families are figh…
- September 30th, 2009
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Making the Ocean Safer
one shark at a time!The Poprs crew went on a Florida panhandle vacation last week. The trip was strictly guys only.They hung out in the sun, smoked cigars, ate oysters, talked smart, and shark fished…
- September 27th, 2009
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In The Shadow of Lambeau Field
We, here in the shadow of Lambeau Field, have a new favorite TV commercial. Watch it, and you'll see why! No, I didn't shoot the commercial, but that gets my nomination for Best TV Commercial of the…
- September 26th, 2009
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Six Word Saturday
Enjoy fall's splendor...Winter's coming, remember? Six Word Saturday, sponsored by Cate at Show My Face.
- September 25th, 2009
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We LOVE Our Green Bay Packers
I am participating in Candid Carrie's Friday Foto Finish Fiesta, sponsored by Carrie at Candid Carrie. The "Frozen Tundra" on a nice day!The players riding kid's bikes to practice, from the locker roo…
- September 23rd, 2009
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Last Day to Name the Puppy and Win!
This is the last day to enter the Great Poprs Giveaway...name this special puppy and win! She will be a Leader Dog for the Blind, and give someone the gift of independence and mobility.Winner will b…
- September 22nd, 2009
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An Early Quilt
This is one of my favorite quilts, and one of the first that I made. It is an Ohio Star, on a natural background. The colors are rich reds, forest greens, rusts and browns, golds and soothing blues. T…
- September 19th, 2009
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"Mom, Was I Planned?"
These photos shot with a film Canon Rebel. Weekly Winners brought to you by Lotus at Sarcastic Mom. And BTW, don't forget: I've Got a Great New POPrs Giveaway going on...and it involves a puppy!"Mom,…
- September 18th, 2009
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After Fifteen Years, Vanna White Retires!
I've Got a Great New POPrs Giveaway going on...and it involves a puppy!Not THAT Vanna White...This one!Hey, doesn't EVERYBODY name their cars?I am participating in Six-Word Saturday, hosted by Cate at…
- September 17th, 2009
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Name the Puppy Great New Poprs Giveway
Yesterday, I talked at length about the Leader Dogs for the Blind program, and the part you can play in naming a Future Leader Dog puppy.My great friend, Kristi, has raised eight previous puppies (not…
- September 16th, 2009
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Wordful Wednesday: Destined to Lead
I am participating in Wordful Wednesday, sponsored by Angie at Seven Clown Circus. Founded by three Detroit area Lions Clubs members in 1939, Leader Dogs for the Blind provides dog guides to people wh…
- September 15th, 2009
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This Little Girl Has a Very Big Future
She is going to be a Leader Dog!And you can help name her! Details of this new Great Poprs Giveway coming soon, so check back with us every day.
- September 11th, 2009
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I Feel Another Contest Coming On!
I am participating in Six Word Saturday, hosted by Cate at Show My Face. Stay tuned for contest rules. This is gonna be a fun one! I'm off to a wedding this weekend.Should have some photos to shar…
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Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning?
I am participating in Candid Carrie's Friday Foto Finish Fiesta, today. Go visit her, OK?
- September 9th, 2009
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Grab Your Kleenex...
I was driving through town the other day, not thinking about anything much, when it happened.Right there, behind the wheel, I felt my chest tighten and my field of vision narrow. Tears came into my ey…
- September 6th, 2009
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No Empty Nest Here!
For more Weekly Winners, go see Lotus at Sarcastic Mom.I have four boys and I'm a stay-at-home mom. It's the job I've always wanted. Doesn't pay well and the hours aren't great, but I never wanted to…
- September 5th, 2009
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Puppy Love
Meet Darby, the newest POPrs Pooch.My six words brought to you by Cate at Show My Face.He's about as cute as they come, don't you think? Just what my mother-in-law needed. And as the newest puppy in t…
- September 3rd, 2009
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America's Got Talent...
You might remember the post last week about the wonderful opera singer, Barbara Padilla, who is competing on the reality show America's Got Talent. Last night, the first five of ten finalists were cho…
- September 2nd, 2009
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Do Kids Learn Poems in School Anymore?
The pretty photo of the too-soon-red maple tree the other day got me thinking.Fall is coming at us fast! And since it is the very best time of theyear, there are lots of things to love about fall. Li…
- August 29th, 2009
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A Sign Of Things To Come
I am participating in Six Word Saturday, hosted by Cate at Show My Face.I LOVE Fall...NOT IN AUGUST!This gorgeous little maple tree seems to have a mind of it's own! But if you look closely, there s…
- August 26th, 2009
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America's Got...Barbara Padilla
Don't forget to vote for Veggie Mom & Aunt Julie in the Mommy Blogger of the Year Contest...Thanks for your support!I admit it. I'm hooked on America's Got Talent. And last night, this performance…
- August 25th, 2009
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Aunt Julie...Mommy Blogger of the Year?
Isn't this face adorable? I'm talking about Soccer Boy, not me! But Eat Your Veggies! is being featured today on Project Mommyhood. Remember? I'm one of 12 Mommy Blogger of the Year Finalists.Veggie…
- August 22nd, 2009
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The MOST IMPORTANT POST I've done
On August 29, 2008, a brain tumor was found on Luke's left occipital lobe and on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 the tumor was removed at Children's Hospital in Milwaukee. So begins an entry on the journa…
- August 21st, 2009
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Fx4's Friday Floral Fiesta
FYI: Voting has opened in the Mommy Blog of the Year Contest. Vote for Veggie Mom and Aunt Julie...Pretty please? Thanks! Since my flower garden is on its way out, thought I'd share some of the blosso…
- August 20th, 2009
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The Hour I First Believed
FYI: Voting has opened in the Mommy Blog of the Year Contest. Vote for Veggie Mom and Aunt Julie...Pretty please? Thanks!Now that my beach vacation is over, it's time to let you know what my choices w…
- August 18th, 2009
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Packers vs. Vikings: 576 Tickets Available!
For the Packer Viking game Sunday, November 1, 12:00 at Lambeau Field.Prices range from $348 to $1,800 (note: tickets may sell for more than face value). Really?My best guess is that Brent (Brett) d…
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No Title
Because I'm one of the 10 Mommy Blogger of the Year Finalists, I was required to answer a questionnaire. Uncle Lynn and I had fun going through these sharp questions. All modesty aside, I think I mig…
- August 16th, 2009
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WILD on the beach!
FYI: Voting has opened in the Mommy Blog of the Year Contest. Vote for Veggie Mom and Aunt Julie...Pretty please? Thanks!I'm back from my beach vacation, and am slowly getting back into the swing of t…
- August 15th, 2009
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Six-Word Saturday: End of Summer?
Leaving the beach means summer's end? Brought to you by Cate at Show My Face. And FYI: Voting has opened in the Mommy Blog of the Year Contest. Vote for Veggie Mom and Aunt Julie...Pretty please?
- August 13th, 2009
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Friday Foto Finish Fiesta: I'd Like to Thank the Academy...
Wow...I can't believe it! I've made the finals in Project Mommyhood's Mommy Blogger of the Year Contest!I guess the tales of Uncle Lynn, Aunt Julie and The POPrs Family have some entertainment value,…
